Infant health
Learning Center
Infant development: Milestones from 4 to 6 months
Milestones for most 4- to 6-month-old infants include increased alertness and evolving motor skills.
Breastfeeding strike: Why do babies refuse to nurse?
Understand why babies sometimes refuse to breastfeed and what you can do about it.
Baby fat: When is it cause for concern?
Find out when your baby's weight might be of concern and how to promote a healthy weight.
Infant constipation: How is it treated?
Worried about infant constipation? A Mayo Clinic specialist explains how to treat it.
Teething: Tips for soothing sore gums
Know the signs and symptoms of teething, as well as safe ways to soothe sore gums.
Breastfeeding and alcohol: Is it OK to drink?
Breastfeeding and alcohol don't mix well. A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses how alcohol affects breast milk.
Vitamin D for babies: Are supplements needed?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why, when and how to give your baby vitamin D.
COVID-19 vaccines for kids: What you need to know
Learn about the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines for kids, the possible side effects, and the benefits of vaccination.
Common baby rashes
You might expect a baby's skin to be flawless, but rashes and other skin conditions are common. Find out when treatment can help.
Solid foods: How to get your baby started
Follow these tips for starting your baby on solid foods.
Refine Your Search
Type
Age
- All
- 02 months to 2 years infant/toddler
- 00 birth to 01 month newborn
- 02 to 15 months infant
- 15 months
- 12 months
- 6 months
- 9 months
- 03 to 5 years preschool
- 13 to 18 years teen
- 06 to 12 years elementary/preteen
- 4 months
- 16 months to 2 years toddler
- 19 to 44 younger
- 45 to 64 middle
Focus
- All
- Symptom (reportable) (4)
- Prevention (4)
- Home Treatment (2)
- Risk factor (1)